The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Regional Qualifiers will be held from July 6 to July 31 across Ghana’s 16 regions, with schools competing for 139 qualification slots to the national championship.

NSMQ 2026 Regional Qualifiers Scheduled for July

Organisers of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) have announced that the 2026 Regional Qualifiers will take place from July 6 to July 31, 2026, across all sixteen regions of Ghana.

The competition will see hundreds of senior high schools battle for 139 qualification slots available for this year’s national championship.

The regional contests represent one of the most important stages of the NSMQ calendar, offering schools that did not secure automatic qualification an opportunity to earn a place in the national competition.

Schools to Compete Across 16 Regions

The Regional Qualifiers will be conducted simultaneously in the country’s sixteen regions, bringing together schools from diverse educational backgrounds to compete in science and mathematics.

Participating schools will answer questions in:

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Mathematics
• General Science

The competition is expected to attract significant interest from students, teachers, alumni associations, and education stakeholders nationwide.

139 Qualification Slots Up for Grabs

According to the organisers, a total of 139 qualification places are available through the regional contests.

Schools that emerge successful from the qualifiers will join automatically seeded schools that secured qualification through their performances in previous editions of the competition.

The qualification stage is traditionally regarded as highly competitive, with many schools investing considerable effort in preparation and training ahead of the contests.

NSMQ Continues to Promote STEM Education

The National Science and Maths Quiz remains Ghana’s premier academic competition at the senior high school level.

Over the years, the programme has contributed significantly to promoting interest in:

• Science
• Technology
• Engineering
• Mathematics (STEM)

The competition has also inspired many students to pursue careers in medicine, engineering, information technology, research, and other science-related disciplines.

Anticipation Builds Across Schools

As the competition date approaches, schools across the country are expected to intensify training sessions and mock competitions in preparation for the qualifiers.

Teachers and quiz coordinators are already identifying potential contestants and strengthening revision programmes aimed at improving performance.

Alumni groups are also expected to support participating schools through mentorship, logistics, and academic preparation initiatives.

Strong Regional Rivalries Expected

The Regional Qualifiers are likely to produce several exciting contests as schools seek to secure places at the national championship.

Particular attention will be focused on regions with strong NSMQ traditions, including:

• Ashanti Region
• Greater Accra Region
• Central Region
• Eastern Region
• Volta Region
• Northern Region

Several emerging schools are also expected to challenge established institutions for qualification spots.

Looking Ahead to the National Championship

Schools that successfully navigate the regional stage will advance to the national competition later in the year, where they will compete for the coveted NSMQ trophy.

The 2026 edition is expected to continue the tradition of academic excellence and intellectual competition that has made the NSMQ one of Ghana’s most celebrated educational events.

Education stakeholders believe the competition remains a powerful tool for encouraging academic excellence and fostering a culture of scientific inquiry among Ghanaian students.

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